2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1968 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 935 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Audi | DAF |
| Model | Q7 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2260 mm |
